E.S.N.C.



East Springfield Neighborhood Council
Meeting Minutes



May 3, 2022


ESNC Monthly Meeting



East Springfield Neighborhood Council Board and Meeting May 3, 2022

In Person and Facebook Live


Thank you to our team. Kathy Brown, Marie Koski, Lynne Brunette, Brenda Spaulding, Peggy Shea, Farah Rodriguez, Irene Kenison, John Koski, David Russo, Angie Savageau


We want to hear from you. Issues are important. Neighbors Working Together, looking for volunteers interested in taking pictures throughout the neighborhood of historic homes and buildings and some people to share their finance and other talents with us. Need neighbors willing to hand out information to their neighbors.


City services are operating: Call 311 please continue to report appropriate issues. Don’t be afraid to call in and check on the status of reported issues. Street Lights, Pot Holes, Graffiti Etc. Traffic


Bowles Park and East St. intersection. Four Way Stop Installed March 14th. Currently on a 90 day trial. Looking for comments. contact@myesnc.com


St. James Ave. Carew St. improvements to start Spring of 2023 per the MassDot web site.


Page Blvd at Bircham-study results pending- hopefully solidified by next week.


Tapley and St. James Avenue improvements to include a rotary.


Check your Speed last month was very successful (about 10 people showed up to help)


Plaza Management has been very receptive – most of the potholes have been filled in. Dumping is becoming an issue, but management has been very responsive


Neighborhood Pop ups and Meet and Greets Interested in hosting in your driveway or front lawn? About 7 neighbors have responded so far!


Handbooks in both English and Spanish will be available. Contact us.


Marijuana Special Permit for 299 Page Cultivate. Special Permit pending. Awaiting city council action. Determination may happen at the next city council meeting.


Special Permit for 90 Carando Drive - Sonetta Coventing 1 225 2669186 Medical Office, clinic, no overnight. Has already been to city council. They need to meet with us and we will make recommendation to city council. Hope to meet on site to learn of their plans. Thoughts? Concerns? Let us know.


Poor Brook water quality. Working with DEP and the City.


KFC expects to start building in May.


The old Walgreens is still under the control of Walgreens. They currently have 3 years left to their lease. Walgreens wants to negotiate a buyout with the property owner. Walgreens is responsible for all upkeep.


576 East St. in Chicopee- license for sale and repair of cycles. Took a look at the proposal and made some suggestions to the Chicopee City Council


East Springfield Web Site. Check it out. MYESNC.com


Newsletter will be mailed to all East Springfield residential addresses in English and Spanish.


Page Blvd. Business Strip Improvements. Trees, Crosswalk, Sidewalks.


Façade grant info has been provided to all business.


Beautify East Springfield Together clean up project early June. In addition to cleaning up with assist from the Hampden County House of Corrections, we will visit each business with Curb Appeal information. Interesting in helping? Contact@myesnc.com


Good Neighbor Handbooks, Door Hangers and Palm Cards available to all


Summer Vaccine Clinics 7-9 p.m. on movie night and most likely National Night Out


Movies in the Park- 3 night in July National Night Out


Welcome Packets - Lynne has been setting up bags and delivering to new property owners


Awaiting parameters on ARPA allocation. ($100,000)


Questions:

Ayanna – Boston Road neighbors had a very successful speed event and thanks ESNC for help in organizing, next one will be May 20


Next meeting Third Tuesday. May 17th.



April 19, 2022


ESNC Monthly 'POLICE BEAT' Meeting



East Springfield Neighborhood Council Board and Police Meeting April 19, 2022


Introductions:

Kathy Brown, Marie Koski, Lynne Brunette, Brenda Spaulding, Peggy Shea, Farah Rodriguez, John Koski, David Russo, Angie Savageau, Charles Rucks, Lt. Arpin, and Officer Julio Vazquez.


Meeting Guidelines:

Masks highly recommended, respect for all, one person speak at a time, ask questions but keep statements to a minimum.


Welcome: Good to be back in person. Although we have not had to ability to have in person meetings the board and the team have over the past 2 years continued the work of the council.

Many residents and businesses have actively helped move the mission of protecting, improving and preserving the quality of life in our neighborhood.

Congratulations and thank you to everyone for the extraordinary efforts.


Participation/volunteers are always welcome. Let us know how you can help. We want to hear from you. Issues are important. We are all neighbors working together. We need volunteers. Interested in taking pictures throughout the neighborhood of historic homes and buildings and some people to share their web site, finance, marketing and graphic skills with us. Willing to deliver meeting and event information to some of your neighbors. Assist with the many projects and activities including 3 Movies in the Park, National Night Out on August 2nd. B.E.S.T (Beautify East Springfield Together) Meetings, Technology, office upkeep, Etc.


City services are operating: Call 311 please continue to report appropriate issues. Don’t hesitate to call in and check on the status of reported issues. Street Lights, Plugged Storm Drains, Pot Holes, Graffiti, Etc.


Some Updates:

Bowles Park and East St. intersection. Four Way Stop approved by Traffic Commission. Installed March 14th for a 90 day trial. Please email your comments to contact@myesnc.com Should be reviewed by June 14th


Page Blvd near Bircham St. We have sent a formal request to Traffic Commission for speed limit and road alterations. Awaiting update on traffic study by Pioneer Valley Planning Commission.


St. James Ave. St. James Blvd. and Carew St. intersection project will begin 2023


Check Your Speed Event on April 12th was very successful. Next event planned for St. James Ave at Melville on May 24th.


KFC will start building construction in May or June. Supply chain issues have slowed construction.


Walgreens has moved out. The property owners have told us that Walgreens still has at least 3 years on the lease. In negotiation because Walgreens wants out of the lease.


Plaza pot holes will be filled this week or next per Key Point Partners


E.S. Library celebrated its 90th Anniversary. We continue to work toward significant improvements and an addition (2,000 sq ft) to the building. We will soon see some landscaping and outdoor space improvements funded by the Community Preservation Act.


Council Awareness Grant. We have been awarded a grant to help the neighborhood’s awareness of the Neighborhood Council and how we can assist. A variety of activities and initiatives are in the works. Volunteer to be a part of our implementation team. Looking for several neighbors to host small meet and greet events with 8 to 10 of your neighbors.


Community Preservation Grants have been applied for enhanced funding for the walking path (approved last year) and for fitness equipment for Marshall Roy.


Applied for and received funding (via ARPA) for Page Blvd. Improvements from 500 to 700 Page Blvd. to include about 100 trees, improvements in sidewalks and curbs and a new, pushbutton cross walk. $400,000


City has announced that we (and other neighborhood council and civic associations) will receive $100,000 from ARPA money. We are awaiting guidelines on spending. Once we know we will be looking for suggestions.


Beat Management Team Meeting:

John Koski Chairperson

Lt. Sean Arpin

Off. Julio Vazquez

Angie Savageau

Charles Rucks

Report March 13- April 9

Arrests – 3 (bike related)

Aggravated assaults- 2 (domestic related)

B&E- 3

Robberies- 1 (domestic related)

Auto break in – 3

Hot spot calls Drug activity-12 (unfounded or nothing located)

Gun calls- 3

Quality of life calls

Suspicious activity calls – 5

Suspicious vehicle calls – 3

Suspicious person call – 3

Unnecessary noise calls – 10


Officer Vasquez

Keeping Clean City informed of shopping carts and illegal dumping

Monitoring Mallory village- (firearms, drugs directed patrols)

St. James Ave, St. James Blvd, & Page Blvd – directed patrols

Checking the schools for homeless folks

Traffic deployments

Directed patrols

Monitoring noise complaints

Monitoring 277 Cottage Street

Monitoring traffic on Page Blvd

Working on 3-1-1 complaints that have been sent in


Questions/Answers

*Upcoming enrollment for the Springfield Police Cadet Program (age 18-21)

*Sue Haley Arce has moved on, but someone has just been hired- should see this person at a future meeting

*23 Genesse Street is a location for dirt bikes

*Why so much activity on Redlands Street? Because of complaints called in!

Reports and follow-up Angie (from the Sheriff’s Dept) is happy to finally get to meet the neighbors in person

Noise on Cadwell Drive follow up

Graffitidumping


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April 5, 2022


ESNC Monthly Meeting



East Springfield Neighborhood Council Board Meeting April 5, 2022

Meeting via Zoom


We want to hear from you. Issues are important. Neighbors Working Together, looking for volunteers interested in taking pictures throughout the neighborhood of historic homes and buildings and some people to share their web site, finance, marketing and graphic skills with us.


City services are operating: Call 311 please continue to report appropriate issues. Don’t be afraid to call in and check on the status of reported issues. Without calling, nothing will change! Streetlights, potholes, excessive noise, graffiti etc.


In person meetings to resume for our April 19th meeting!!!!!


Traffic Bowles Park and East St. intersection. Four Way Stop approved by Traffic Commission. Installed March 14th Currently on a 90 day trial. Need to hear from people who drive East Street as to their feelings regarding the signs. Traffic is backing up in both directions on East Street.


St. James Ave. Carew St. improvements to start Spring of 2023 per the MassDot web site.

Pushing hard for sidewalks on Hobart Street.

Tapley and St. James Avenue improvements to include a roundabout.


Check Your Speed Events will start again April 12th. We need minimum of 7 volunteers to help with each. Most likely Page Blvd by Second Street, from 4:00-5:30. Good opportunity to connect with neighbors. We do have some Check Your Speed lawn signs – let us know if you would like one


Council Awareness Grant. We have been awarded a grant to help the neighborhood’s awareness of the Neighborhood Council and how we can assist. A variety of activities and initiatives are in the works. Volunteer to be a part of our implementation team. Door hangers, meet & greets, pop-ups, etc.


Community Preservation Act- 2 grants have been submitted (one for additional funds for the walking path and one for 8 fitness stations to be located around the walking path. We need ideas from the community for projects for East Springfield


Marijuana Special Permit for 299 Page Cultivate. Special Permit pending. Awaiting city council action.


We have submitted a grant application for the Page Blvd business strip improvements for trees, curbs, sidewalks etc. We expect to hear soon. Includes trees, sidewalks, curbing and crosswalk improvements.


KFC expects to start building in May. Supply chain issues have delayed their progress.


The old Walgreens is still under the control of Walgreens. They currently have 3 years left to their lease. Walgreens wants to negotiate a buyout with the property owner. Walgreens is responsible for all upkeep.


Prescription Drug Take back April 30th 10 to 2 at Central High School.


April 30 – Keep Springfield Beautiful. If interested in helping you can reach out to us and we will put you in touch with the appropriate people


Library 90th Birthday Celebration: Wednesday April 13th at 4-6 and Saturday April 16th at noon.


Questions from the community.


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March 15, 2022


ESNC Monthly 'POLICE BEAT' Meeting



East Springfield Neighborhood Council Board and Police Meeting March 15, 2022


Please be advised these meetings are recorded and reproduced


Introductions: Kathy Brown, Marie Koski, Lynne Brunette, Brenda Spaulding, John Koski, David Russo, Angie Savageau, Lt. Arpin, and Officer Julio Vazquez.


We want to hear from you. Issues are important.

Neighbors Working Together, looking for volunteers interested in taking pictures throughout the neighborhood of historic homes and buildings (built before 1945) and some people (maybe 6 or so) to share their web site, finance, marketing, and graphic skills with us.


Liquor License request for 357 Cottage Street was approved by License Commission. Applicant Luz Cruz d/b/a K’s Kakes and Banquet Hall. Manager of Record: Phillip Borras (PhillipAnthonyFans@gmail.com) phone 917-7169333.


City services are operating: Call 311 please continue to report appropriate issues. Don’t be afraid to call in and check on the status of reported issues. Street Lights, Pot Holes, Graffiti Etc. If you don’t get a response in a timely fashion, call again!


Traffic - Bowles Park and East St. intersection. Four Way Stop approved by Traffic Commission. Installed March 14th. People will need to get accustomed to the new traffic pattern Page Blvd. near Bircham. We have sent formal request to Traffic Commission for speed limit and road alterations. Awaiting update.


Waiting for the Pioneer Planning Commission to finish their report


Check Your Speed Events will start again in April (8?). We need minimum of 7 volunteers to help with each.


Council Awareness Grant. We have been awarded a grant to help the neighborhood’s awareness of the Neighborhood Council and how we can assist. A variety of activities and initiatives are in the works. Volunteer to be a part of our implementation team. Neighborhood meet and greets – 6 or so(?). Call if you are interested in having an event in your front yard


Community Preservation Act Grants are due in March 31st, Park Commission has given us permission to ask the CPC Committee for funding for Fitness Equipment for Marshall Roy.


Marijuana Special Permit for 299 Page Cultivate. Special Permit pending. Awaiting city council action.


We have submitted a grant application for the Page Blvd. business strip improvements for trees, curbs, sidewalks etc. We met with city within the first week of March, may be around $350,000 cost


April 13- event at the library more information to come


April 30 – Keep Springfield Beautiful Hazardous waste drop-off April 9, 30, and May 31- call for an appointment 736-3111


Rapid Response & Connection Team- through the Sherriff’s dept location at Mason Square. Call 413-312-8002 for help. Provides services for people who have had a drug overdose or for people who are homeless


Beat management Team Meeting: John Koski Chairperson also Lt. Arpin, and Officer Julio Vazquez, Angie Savageau


Report February 6 – March 5


Arrests – 5

Aggravated assaults- 1

Auto break in – 2

Hot spot calls Drug activity- 2 (unfounded)

Gun calls- 4 (3 unfounded)

Quality of life calls Suspicious activity calls – 4 (unable to locate)

Suspicious vehicle calls – 4

Suspicious person call – 2

Unnecessary noise calls – 10

Barking dogs – 1


Officer Vasquez

Keeping Clean City informed of shopping carts and illegal dumping

Monitoring Mallory village- (firearms, drugs directed patrols)

St. James Ave, St. James Blvd, & Page Blvd – directed patrols

Checking the schools for homeless folks

Traffic deployments

Monitoring noise complaints

Monitoring 277 Cottage Street

Working on 3-1-1 complaints that have been sent in


Questions/Answers

Speeding on Spence Street, Lt. Arpin will have car keeping tabs on the street since it is a cut through.

Request for a speed board has been prioritized

Illegal parking on Cadwell Street between Watling and Curve Streets needs to be addressed

Parking on front lawns is a problem


Attendance:

5 Board members

4 for police meeting

4 people via ZOOM


Next Meeting will be April 5, 2022


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March 1, 2022



ESNC Monthly Meeting



Please be advised these meetings are recorded and reproduced


Introductions:

Kathy Brown, Marie Koski, Brenda Spaulding, Peggy Shea, Irene Kenison, David Russo, Justin Doyle and Angie Savageau,


We want to hear from you. Issues are important. Neighbors Working Together, looking for volunteers interested in taking pictures throughout the neighborhood of historic homes and buildings and some people to share their web site, finance, marketing and graphic skills with us. Also looking for some ZOOM technicians. Looking for 6-8 people willing to host a pop-up event in their neighborhood.
License request for 357 Cottage Street. Applicant Luz Cruz d/b/a K’s Kakes and Banquet Hall. Manager of Record: Phillip Borras (PhillipAnthonyFans@gmail.com) phone 917-7169333. We expect it will be approved by Planning Board and the License Commission approved pending Planning Board approval. Application will then be sent to Boston. City needs to enforce using the proper process for hearing occupations.
City services are operating: Call 311 please continue to report appropriate issues. Don’t be afraid to call in and check on the status of reported issues. Street Lights, Pot Holes, Graffiti Etc. Concerns raised about the poor job of clearing sidewalks after snowstorms. Notify 3-1-1 any sites that are noticed that need clearing. Annoying that the city does not clear city owned sidewalks
We have sent a formal request to the Traffic Commission for improvements to the Bowles Park and East St. intersection. We suggested some short and long term projects. Traffic Commission Meeting March 7 th .

Page Blvd. near Bircham. We have sent formal request to Traffic Commission for speed limit and road alterations. Awaiting update. Will follow up
Check Your Speed Events will start again in April (the 12 th ). We need minimum of 7 volunteers to help with each. Please connect with us.
Council Awareness Grant. We have been awarded a grant to help the neighbor’s awareness of the Neighborhood Council and how we can assist. A variety of activities and initiatives are in the works. We now have an executed contract so we will begin implementation. All projects must be completed by June 30 th so we are on a tight time line. $6059.00
Arts Cultural Council Grant received $2,000. Working with Bowles School on a project
Community Preservation Act Grants are due end of March. We will be applying for fitness equipment for Marshall Roy Field. Will go to Park Commission Meeting on Thursday to ask for support. Walking Path project has reached a snag – blamed on COVID- more money needs to be allocated
Marijuana Special Permit for 299 Page Cultivate to City Council held on January 24 th continued.
Marijuana Retail at Corner of Cottage Street and Brookdale will receive host community agreement this week then they will apply for the Special Permit
311 Page Retail Marijuana no update as of today
Page Blvd. business strip assessment for trees, curbs, sidewalks etc. in process. We will meet with city tomorrow (March 2 nd )
Information: Bulk Pick Up stickers $8.00 - Call 311 for appointment to get bulk items picked up.
There are internet discounts available to financially qualified customers. This is different from the age-based discounts that the mayor has announced. (age based are not active yet)
Movies in the Park at Marshall Roy Week of July 11, 18, and 25Not sure of day of the week.
Attendance: in person 7 zoom, 1 neighbors



February 15, 2022


ESNC Monthly 'POLICE BEAT' Meeting



East Springfield Neighborhood Council Board and Police MeetingFebruary 15, 2022Meeting via Zoom
We want to hear from you. Issues are important.Neighbors Working Together, looking for volunteers interested in taking pictures throughout the neighborhood of historic homes and buildings and some people to share their web site, finance, marketing, and graphic skills with us.
Liquor License request for 357 Cottage Street. Applicant Luz Cruz d/b/a K’s Kakes and Banquet Hall. Manager of Record: Phillip Borras (PhillipAnthonyFans@gmail.com) phone 917-7169333. To Planning Board on Feb 16th. Already had License Commission Hearing. We will have a zoom meeting with petitioner. Anyone interested in participating contact us.
City services are operating: Call 311 please continue to report appropriate issues. Don’t be afraid to call in and check on the status of reported issues. Street Lights, Pot Holes, Graffiti Etc. Traffic
We have sent a formal request to the Traffic Commission for improvements to the Bowles Park and East St. intersection. We suggested some short and long term projects. Traffic Commission Meeting March 7th.
Page Blvd. near Bircham. We have sent formal request to Traffic Commission for speed limit and road alterations. Awaiting update.
Check Your Speed Events will start again in April. We need minimum of 7 volunteers to help with each.
Council Awareness Grant. We have been awarded a grant to help the neighborhood’s awareness of the Neighborhood Council and how we can assist. A variety of activities and initiatives are in the works, including at least 6 neighborhood meet and greets with Council support and refreshments
Community Preservation Act Grants are due in March. We have already approval of the Veterans Memorial, Basketball Court at Angelina Park, and awaiting construction of a Walking Path and Spray Structure at Marshall Roy.
Marijuana- Special Permit for 299 Page Cultivate to City Council held on January 24th continued.Special Permit change in petitioner from Northstar Pulp and Paper to Cassella. All conditions remain. Approved by City Council Jan 2022.
89 and 99 Guion Street and 299 lot 3 Page Blvd. Page Blvd. business strip assessment for trees, curbs, sidewalks etc. in process. We will meet with city within the first week of March
We have been notified by Eastman that they are implementing voluntary upgrades to the air quality system.
Information: Bulk Pick Up stickers $8.00 - Call 311 for appointment to get bulk items picked up. There are internet discounts available to financially qualified customers. This is different from the age-based discounts that the mayor has announced. (age-based are not active yet)
Beat management Team Meeting:John Koski Chairperson also Lt. Arpin, and Officer Julio Vazquez, Angie SavageauReport January 9 – February 5Arrests – 1(default warrant)Aggravated assaults- 1 (no evidence supporting the assault)
B&E- 1 Stolen motor vehicle – 1Hot spot callsDrug activity- 2Gun calls- 1Quality of life callsSuspicious activity calls – 1Suspicious vehicle calls – 3 (officers could not locate any of them)Suspicious person call – 2Unnecessary noise calls – 2Barking dogs – 3 (all came back unfounded)
Officer VasquezKeeping Clean City informed of shopping carts and illegal dumpingMonitoring Mallory village- (firearms, drugs directed patrols)St. James Ave, St. James Blvd, & Page Blvd – directed patrolsChecking the schools for homeless folksTraffic deploymentsMonitoring noise complaintsMonitoring 277 Cottage StreetWorking on 3-1-1 complaints that have been sent in
Questions/Answers Any word about what is happening to the Walgreens on the corner of Carew that is, or soon will be, closed ? no


February 1, 2022



ESNC Monthly Meeting



East Springfield Neighborhood Council Board Meeting

February 1, 2022 Meeting via Zoom
Please be advised these meetings are recorded and reproduced
Introductions: Kathy Brown, Marie Koski, Lynne Brunette, Brenda Spaulding, Peggy Shea, John Koski, David Russo, Justin Doyle (representing the Boyle), Angie Savageau, Cara O’Connor
We want to hear from you. Issues are important.Neighbors Working Together, looking for volunteers interested in taking pictures throughout the neighborhood of historic homes and buildings and some people to share their web site, finance, marketing and graphic skills with us.
City services are operating: Call 311 please continue to report appropriate issues. Don’t be afraid to call in and check on the status of reported issues.
Traffic We have sent a formal request to the Traffic Commission for improvements to the Bowles Park and East St. intersection. We suggested some short and long term projects. Hope to be at a Traffic Commission meeting in the next couple of weeks.
Page Blvd. near Bircham St. We have sent formal request to Traffic Commission for speed limit and road alterations, specifically turning lanes and adjustment of speed
Check Your Speed Events will start again in April and going through October. We need minimum of 7 volunteers to help with each.
Council Awareness Grant. We have been awarded a grant (a bit over $6,000) to help the neighborhood’s awareness of the Neighborhood Council and how we can assist. A variety of activities and initiatives are in the works including neighborhood meet and greets- looking for volunteers to have the event on their front lawn, information in both English and Spanish, activities for school students.
Community Preservation Act Grants are due in March. We have funded already the Veterans Memorial, Basketball Court at Angelina Park, and awaiting construction of a Walking Path and Spray Structure at Marshall Roy. Ideas are welcome!
Marijuana Special Permit for 299 Page Cultivate to City Council held on January 24th but was continued. No indication as to whether the city council will approve this special permit.
Special Permit change in petitioner from Northstar Pulp and Paper to Cassella. Will have final vote in a few weeks. All conditions remain.
Page Blvd. business strip assessment for trees, curbs, sidewalks etc. in process. We will meet with city within the next couple of weeks.
Plaza continues to have pot holes, maintenance issues. Monthly calls have come to a halt, not sure why
We have been notified by Eastman that they are implementing voluntary upgrades to the air quality system.
Open request for all to report non-working street lights. 311.
If streets still in need of snow removal call 311.
Ayanna Crawford (Rep. Ramos aide) just wants us to know they are here to work with usJustin Doyle (rep. the John Boyle club)- March 6 breakfast (8-11)St. Patrick events are upcomingputting together RFPs – one for a new roof membership is growing!
Work is beginning on the next newsletter due to go out in MarchTentative Dates: Check Your Speed April 12, May 23, June 14, August 10, Sept 14, Oct. 5B.E.S.T. Cleanup Wednesday June 8thNational Night Out Tuesday August 2nd3 Movies in the Park6 Neighborhood Pop ups between now and June 30th November 26thTree Lighting Extravaganza
Close the Meeting….. Attendance:4 in person7 zoom
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January 18, 2022


ESNC Monthly 'POLICE BEAT' Meeting



East Springfield Neighborhood Council
Police Beat/Board Meeting January 18, 2022
Meeting via Zoom posted on facebook

Election to fill board vacancy David Russo Motion made by Brenda, seconded by Peggy, Board voted in favor

Please be advised these meetings are recorded and reproduced
Introductions: Kathy Brown, Marie Koski, Lynne Brunette, Brenda Spaulding, Peggy Shea, Farah Rodriguez, Irene Kenison, John Koski, Isaiah Longs, David Russo and Angie Savageau and police representatives

We want to hear from you. Issues are important.
Neighbors Working Together, looking for volunteers interested in taking pictures throughout the neighborhood of historic homes and buildings – hope to have a picture day end of November

City services are operating: Call 311 please continue to report appropriate issues. Don’t be afraid to call in and check on the status of reported issues

Marijuana Special Permit for 299 Page Cultivate to City Council on January 24th.

Special Permit change in petitioner from Northstar Pulp and Paper to Cassella. All conditions remain. City Council on January 24th.

Page Blvd. business strip assessment for trees, curbs, sidewalks etc.

Covid Free Covid tests 4 to every home no cost and ordering begins January 19th https://www.covidtests.gov/

Introduce John Koski Police Team Meeting Chair
Review of crimes and disorder issues for the month.
Tips and important phone numbers

Officer Vasquez
Keeping Clean City informed of shopping carts and illegal dumping
Monitoring Mallory village- (firearms, drugs directed patrols)
St. James Ave, St. James Blvd, & Page Blvd – directed patrols
Checking the schools for homeless folks
Traffic deployments
Monitoring noise complaints
Monitoring 277 Cottage Street
Working on 3-1-1 complaints that have been sent in
Attendance: 7 Board members
6 for police meeting
12 people via ZOOM
Next Meeting will be February 1, 2022

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January 4, 2022



ESNC Monthly Meeting



East Springfield Neighborhood Council Board Meeting

January 4, 2022 Meeting via Zoom


Page Blvd at Bircham St. Traffic Study is not yet complete. We have officially requested to be on the traffic commission agenda with our request for lower speed and some turn lanes on Page near Bircham.


Emergency Preparedness Training. We will get in office and work on a distribution plan. We have a list. (48 to hand out)


Springfield Cultural Art Grant application submitted for 2022. Awaiting award.


Council Awareness grant awarded at $6,028 Need to retweak the budget to eliminate $4,000, most of which is monies that can be reimbursable by CDBG


GSSSI Grant helped with our Covid Vax Event. We still have an unspent balance. Still have monies left to spend, need to get the exact dollar amount


ARPA There are grants available and we will review what we might apply for. Technology assistance and education is the current thought. (may have to the end of 2024)


Page Blvd Tree/improvement project will take place in spring. We hope to get some sidewalks and other street scape improvements included. (meeting next week with Tim Sheehan and Chris Cignoli)


Library expansion (2000 sq ft) that we requested has no progress as of today. We will reach out to Mayor in 2 weeks for follow up on the main items that we requested at the ARPA meeting


311 Page Marijuana establishment did donate 5 turkeys for Thanksgiving and 5 $200.00 allocations to families in East Springfield. Thanks to Pottenger and Bowles for their assist.


Walgreens is closing in February.


Two birch trees planted in front of our office.


Special Permit/change of petitioner for Northstar to Casella (waste company out of Vermont) will go to City Council on January 24th. Hope to have more information by our January 18 meeting


FW Web is requesting an expansion of the Warehouse and Parking (Behind Smith and Wesson)


Activities in calendar now through June and July through December.

This is a discussion and work session. Develop as much of a schedule as we can.

Reference the Awareness Grant components.

Some activities to include:

-Board Meeting first Tuesday of each month

-Police Meeting and Board meeting 3rd Tuesday of each month

-Check Your Speed plan a couple, hope to encourage more participation, maybe done in conjunction with COVID grant

pop up events through June

-Newsletters (mini to our list February or March, September or October)

-Newsletter to all residential addresses in English and Spanish May or June

-B.E.S.T Beautify East Springfield Together clean up etc. (select a date)

-Probably (from Art Grant) Urban Planning Poster Project with Bowles and Pottenger

-Movies (3)

-National Night Out first Tuesday in August

-Neighborhood Meet and Greets – we committed to 6, hope to find neighbors or board members to run pop-ups. If set up on a front lawn or driveway, do not need a permit

-Pop Up Neighborhood/business events

-Outreach to all new property owners and to the neighborhood as a whole

Good Neighbor Handbooks, Green Bags, book marks Door Hangers and Palm cards. Etc.

-Possible Lawn Signs?

-Game nights

-Chess Club Committee

Finance Committee Grants/Funding Committee

zoning/land use code etc.

Committee Beat Management Team

Promo/publicity etc. Facebook,

nextdoor,

email

Next Meeting January 18th, 2022



East Springfield Neighborhood Council



1437 Carew St
Springfield, MA 01104
413-886-5379
contact@myesnc.com